How To Treat Pleural Effusion

Pleural effusion is a medical condition characterized by fluid accumulating in the pleural space located between the chest cavity and lungs. The outside of the lungs is covered in pleura, a type of thin membrane. A small amount of fluid is naturally present in this space to ensure adequate lung lubrication for expansion during breathing. However, when too much fluid develops, this can cause symptoms, such as a dry cough, fever, trouble breathing, and chest pain. There are two types: transudative and exudative. Transudative means fluid is leaking into the pleural space due to increased blood vessel pressure and low protein. Congestive heart failure and pulmonary embolism are possible causes of this. The exudative type might result from inflammation, kidney disease, cancer, or tumors.